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Dr. Frederick Eko, MD
Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
20+ years of experience
Dr. Frederick Eko, MD is a plastic surgeon in Palm Desert, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Irvine in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities Eisenhower Medical Center and Desert Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
3.8 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (26 reviews)
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44651 Village Ct Ste 104 Palm Desert, CA 92260Make an Appointment
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Eko
3.8
26 ratings, 16 with a written review
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| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 4% | 4% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 27% | 27% |
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Great experience!
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Blankenship – Aug 15, 2024
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I was referred to Dr. Eko for a chronic condition. He was very indifferent and unprofessional. His advice to use a numbing at the injection site caused scarring. His consultation fee was outrageously high and unreasonable. I have tried to talk to his billing office and there was no call back or resolution. I am very disappointed and would not recommend his services.
What went well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
- I didn't feel respected
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
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May 14, 2023
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I had multiple surgeries with Dr Eko, to fix what another surgeon had messed up.
He is absolutely the best surgeon ever. Very patient and kind, never rushes a visit and gives you clearly all your options. My results were wonderful. I would recommend him to anybody.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Josephina Boelzner – Nov 07, 2021
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Loved his bedside manner, treats you as his friend, honest, thorough, experienced.
and professional with my likes options and recommendations
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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DM – Sep 09, 2021
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He did not complete my procedure. He did charge me extra without telling me that there would be an extra charge. I thought my insurance would cover the full amount. His staff is great. He comes off real nice, but neither he nor his staff will return any of my calls.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Not 4 me – Jun 30, 2020
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Went to Dr. Eko for a consultation after he came highly recommended. He has a warm personality and very informative. I feel very good about going forward with him. His staff is very friendly and welcoming.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kim – Aug 15, 2019
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Amazing! He is amazingly compassionate and caring about his clients. After a botched knee surgery, I was referred to him for reconstructive surgery that included a muscle flap and skin graft. During the surgery, thankfully, he tested for infection and found that I had a MRSA infection. It took a year to treat the infection but he was my advocate and surgeon through the multiple surgeries that followed. Because of him, I have my life and my leg... Thank you, Dr. Eko.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Grace P in La Quinta, CA – Nov 29, 2018
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I spent some time researching for a Plastic Surgeon in the area for a Breast Augmentation and a lift. Since, after breast feeding my two children, I became very insecure about the way my breast looked. Dr. Eko explained the procedure step by step and that instantly made me feel at ease. He is very Knowledgeable and has excellent bed side manners, he truly cares about his patients. I love my breast and i can't wait to wear my new bikini this summer. Thank you Dr. Eko for returning my confidence.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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cathedral – May 08, 2018
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I got Coolsculpting done about two months ago on my flanks and I'm so happy with my results! My waist definitely got smaller. Can't wait to move forward with my abdomen. Liz was honest with me, on what I could treat and what I couldn't treat with coolsculpting, which I appreciated. The consult was free, which was also a plus!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Cathedral City – May 08, 2018
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His "free consultation" which is advertised on his website is actually $100 when you arrive on time for your appointment. Oh, and you won't be told of this price until AFTER you complete about 200 personal questions about your health! Don't bother - bait and switch.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Apr 27, 2018
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Excellent dr he helped me with a paniculectomy procedure he did on me over a year ago. And i feel way better. And i look great also
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Miguel Garcia in La Quinta,Ca – Dec 20, 2017
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I would NEVER send a pt to him, EVER! After a fellow patient (pt) had a few complications, he blamed the pt for the problem and "divorced" said pt, instead of helping them. Where I went to school, that's considered pt abandonment. He has the worst bedside manners, absolutely horrible. You can never get a hold of him after hours if there is a cause for concern. Do NOT go to him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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Evansville – Nov 29, 2017
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very disappointed. Dr. Eko had his nurse tell my sister,that is mentally disabled, he was divorcing her as a patient today. She has drains in her chest from surgery. He was probably her best hope to repair her badly scarred and deformed chest. I think he should have had the good conscience to at least tell my sister himself. one of her drains has a hole in it. His nurse told me he would not see my sister again because she is probably going to have to be operated on once again.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Jeanne Halterman in Los Angeles , CA – Nov 29, 2017
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All I can say ,go somewhere else .I am not even going to tell get a second or third opinion , go elsewhere ,run to the opposite direction
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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Berge in Indio, CA – Aug 31, 2017
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Dr. Eko suggested solutions to fine tune areas of a reconstruction I had after bilateral mastectomy with another doctor in LA. He listened to me, he gave me his input, we collaborated and planned my surgery. At the hospital, he again confirmed what we had discussed and skillfully put the plan into action. After surgery, he listened to me, we collaborated on a plan, and I will see him in six months so he can confirm I am still happy with the results. Excellent Doctor!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Laura G. in La Quinta, CA – Apr 22, 2017
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Dr Eko has a very gentle and professional demeanor combined with his detailed and precise explanation and execution. His skill set is not only of brilliant technical precision he also has the most calm and comforting way about him to put you at ease. I had the DIEP flap procedure and subsequent fat transfers. I had complete confidence in Dr Eko and was not disappointed. I highly recommend him
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
15 others found this helpful
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Josi Boelzner in Palm Desert, CA – Feb 17, 2016
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Eko to family and friends is 3.8461537 out of 5
About Me
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At Eko Plastic Surgery, we offer a range of plastic surgery and medical spa procedures to the residents of Palm Desert and the surrounding areas. Eko Plastic Surgery is led by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Frederick Eko, who specializes in...read morebiography
After finishing his undergraduate studies at UCLA and completing medical school at UC Irvine, Dr. Eko underwent rigorous General Surgery training at Berkshire Medical Center, an affiliate of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He then...read moreCosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
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Tulane University Hospital And Clinics
Fellowship Hospital, 2012Berkshire Medical Center - Berkshire Campus
Residency Hospital, 2010Berkshire Med Ctr-u Mass School Of Medicine
Internship Hospital, 2005University Of California, Irvine
Medical School, 2004University Of California, Los Angeles
Undergraduate School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
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hospital awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
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Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
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82%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
75%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family10% higher than the national average
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80%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% lower than the national average
70%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well5% lower than the national average
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